Meaning & Definition of word "Minor"

Minor

/ˈmaɪnər/

1. A person under the age of legal adulthood.
- Example: The law protects minors from exploitation.
2. A subject or area of study that is not the primary focus of a student's degree.
- Example: She decided to pursue a minor in psychology while majoring in biology.

1. Lesser in importance, seriousness, or significance.
- Example: The minor revisions to the document did not affect its overall quality.
2. Not serious or severe.
- Example: He suffered only a minor injury in the accident.
3. Of or relating to a person who is not yet an adult, typically under the age of 18.
- Example: Minors are not allowed to vote in elections.

From Latin 'minor' meaning 'lesser.'

minor details:

Less important details that do not affect the overall situation.

minor offense:

A slight or trivial transgression.

minor adjustments:

Small changes made to improve a situation or item.

major:

Of greater importance or significance.

infant:

A child in the earliest stage of life.

juvenile:

Relating to young people or children.

Meaning: A young person, often used informally.

Example Sentence: The concert was full of minors enjoying the music.